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Mongolia
Gobi desert view
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How to plan your Gobi Desert road trip

As the largest desert region in Asia, the Gobi Desert is an expanse to behold. Literally translated as ‘waterless place’, the Gobi spans parts of...
Mongolia landscape
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Top tips for experiencing the ‘Real Mongolia’

Mongolia is typically described as being harsh, wild and remote. However, since a tourism boom in the 1990s this epic landscape has become...
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Preparing for your Mongolian trip

There are so many reasons you might decide to visit Mongolia. Known as the ‘land of the blue sky’, Mongolia offers vast open space that is so...
Mongolian horses
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The best wildlife watching hotspots in Mongolia

Mongolia may only be home to 1.7 people per km², but this vast and untouched landscape boasts an abundance of wildlife. There are a number of...
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5 reasons why you should stay in a Mongolian ger camp

With its rugged landscape, nomadic culture and untouched wildernesses, Mongolia provides the ultimate destination for those looking to get back...
Huhehot at night
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Huhehot’s top sights

Huhehot, also known as Hohhot or Hushi, and formerly known as Kweisui, is the capital of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region of China. It is an...
Naadam parade
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Your guide to the Naadam Festival

With just 1.7 people per km², Mongolia has the lowest population density of all the independent countries on the planet. However, its inhabitants...
Packing for Mongolia
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What to pack for your trip to Mongolia

Mongolia may be known for its vast emptiness, but there are plenty of things to do and to see all year round. Whether you are taking on the epic...
Mongolian sunset
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The Mongolian delicacies you just have to try on your upcoming trip

For many travellers, the food you eat on your trip is as memorable as the place you visit. Whether you’re a food fanatic or not, it plays a huge...
Ulaanbaatar night view
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When’s the best time to visit Ulaanbaatar

Situated in Central Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar is a must-visit for anyone looking to travel to one of the last remaining countries where nomadism is a...
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